November 18, 1909 – June 25, 1976 Johnny Mercer was a composer, lyricist, singer and American Songbook icon! From the light-hearted “You Must Have Been A Beautiful Baby” and “Jeepers Creepers” to the romantic “Laura,” “Dream” and “I Remember You”…from the big band “And The Angels Sing” to the dramatic “Blues In The Night,” “Come Rain Or Come Shine” and “One For My Baby”…from the sassy “Satin Doll” and “Tangerine” to the cinematic “Hooray for Hollywood” and “On The Atchison, Topeka And The Santa Fe”…not to mention the timeless standards of “That Old Black Magic,” “Glow Worm,” “Days Of Wine And Roses,” and “Moon River.” Johnny Mercer’s poetic genius continues to reflect the romantic yearnings, the wit, the energy, and the personality that is our American dream.
Please visit the johnnymercerfoundation.org for an enjoyable visit with our favorite “Huckleberry Friend.” Happy Birthday, Johnny! Thanks for adding so much to the soundtrack of our lives!
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